Home Modification Resources for Wounded Warriors

Accessibility can mean different things to different people. It can range from a wheelchair ramp and wider doorways to something as simple as a special doorbell. An accessible home is one that lets its occupant with disabilities do what he or she wants and needs to do, as independently as possible.

If you're a service member or veteran with disabilities that require adapting your home to make it accessible, these government and community resources can help you with financial assistance and technical advice.

Government resources

Visit these sites for federal, state and local government assistance:

Department of Veterans Affairs: The VA provides loans and grants to adapt the homes of disabled veterans to make them accessible, or to help them buy accessible homes.

Center for Universal Design: This national research, information and technical assistance center evaluates, develops and promotes universal design in housing, public and commercial facilities and related products. It also provides information on fair housing practices and home modifications.

Homes for Our Troops, Inc.: A privately funded nonprofit, Homes for Our Troops builds specially adapted homes for severely injured veterans nationwide. The homes are mortgage-free so that severely injured veterans can focus on family, recovery and rebuilding their lives in a secure, independent environment.

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